group one.pptx for public health specialists

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1. Group one Names

2. MARBLE MINING COMPANY IN KARAMOJA Marble mining is the process of extracting marble rock from the earth. Marble factory is thee size of a warehouse, nestled behind Mt M oroto right in the middle of eastern Karamoja sub-region. Large deposits of marble are being mined at Nanyidik, Rupa sub-county in M oroto district in mineral-rich Karamoja by Sunbet a Chines company.

3. EXTRACTION PROCESS

4. KARAMOJA SPECIFIC CHALLENGES Consider the region's climate (hot, dry, potential for extreme weather). Infrastructure limitations (access to emergency services, reliable power, water). Potential for social and community interactions (land disputes, security concerns). The specific type of mining being conducted (such as marble , other minerals). This will drastically change the hazards faced.

5. COMPANY OPERATION 1. Gathering information on all aspect of mining process Exploration and surveying. Extraction (drilling, blasting, digging, hauling). Processing (crushing, grinding, chemical treatment). Transportation and storage. Maintenance and repairs. Camp operations (accommodation, catering, sanitation).

6. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION 2. Site inspections Open pit or underground mines. Processing plants. Workshops . Storage facilities. Administrative areas. Accommodation areas. Site inspections Equipment and machinery. Work practices. Environmental conditions. Housekeeping.

7. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION 3. Task Analysis Break down each job into individual tasks. Identify potential hazards associated with each task. Involve workers in this process, as they have first-hand knowledge of the risks.

8. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION 4. Review of existing data Accident and incident reports (if available). Maintenance records. Material safety data sheets (MSDS/SDS ). Equipment manuals Relevant legislation and industry standard.

9. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION 5. Workers interviews and focus groups Gather input from workers at all levels. Encourage open communication and reporting of hazards. Focus groups can be used to identify common concerns.

10. HAZARD CATEGORIES 1. Physical hazards Electrical hazard Heavy lifting Explosives and blasting hazard Noise from machinery and blasting Dust : silica and mineral dust. 2.chemical hazard Chemicals like cyanide acids. Fuel and lubricants Dusts and fumes Gases from blasting

11. HAZARD CATEGORIES 3 . Biological hazards Vector-borne diseases (e.g., malaria). Exposure to animal bites or stings. poor sanitation leading to disease. 4. Ergonomic Hazard Repetitive tasks. Awkward postures. Heavy lifting . Prolonged standing or sitting

12. HAZARD CATEGORIES 5. Environmental hazards Pollution of water sources. Soil contamination. Damage to local ecosystems. Noise pollution affecting local communities. Geotechnical Hazards: 6. Transportation hazards Road accidents (haul trucks, transport vehicles). Poor road conditions. Driver fatigue. wildlife on roads.

13. DOCUMENTATION AND REPORTING Record all identified hazards in a comprehensive hazard register. Document the location, nature, and severity of each hazard. Include photographs and other supporting evidence. Prepare a detailed report summarizing the findings. Provide recommendations for control measures.

14. IMMEDIATE ACTIONS Any hazards that pose an immediate danger to life or health will be addressed immediately. Implement temporary control measures as needed. Communicate critical hazards to all workers.

15. FOLLOW-UP AND REVIEW Regularly review and update the hazard register. Conduct periodic site inspections and audits. Monitor the effectiveness of control measures. Involve workers in ongoing hazard identification and risk assessment

16. PROPOSE SOLUTIONS FOR IDENTIFIED HAZARDS Engineering control: modifying the equipment to suite worker preferences Administrative controls such rotating workers to limit exposure to high risk of work-related illnesses. PPE: wearing helmet, mask, and gloves to prevent direct contact pollutants. Waste management such proper disposal of all mining waste. Land rehabilitation: a land should be rehabilitate after the mining is finished. Water management: implementing water recycling systems, and runoff containment.